pcos Diet & Exercise

Keto is the ideal diet for PCOS, but it’s not realistic or sustainable for me, so I’ve just been eating lower carb and it’s worked great so far. If your goal is to lose fat, cardio is your friend. Since we have elevated testosterone levels, it’s easier to gain muscle if you do any type of weight training, but that might not be the result you’re looking for.

I love Pure Barre, but I don't have PCOS, so I don't know how well it would work for you - and it's SUPER spendy for classes (if there are studios near you - we moved far from any studios )

Diets don’t work because they are temporary. You need an entire lifestyle change. No more processed foods. Stick to mostly veggies, brown rice, lean meats. For snacks, do a few grapes or carrots. Drink plenty of water. Try to get in about 30 mins of exercise each day. There are plenty of YouTube videos that you can do that require no equipment.

I have PCOS diagnosed over 10 yrs ago. Struggled with weight, facial hair, terrible mood swings... you know the drill. I’ve tried don’t know how many diets and FOR ME, none of them worked. I’ve lost 30 lbs modifying what I eat, counting carbs, protein & fat (keto was horrible for me). I treat myself every week. Exercise 4-5 days a week doing HIIT, walking fast, getting my heartbeat high. I’m over 100lbs overweight but still doing it. You can do this, just try to get out of the “diet” mentality and think of eating healthy, getting better for yourself.

Oh! And if you can get a group to exercise with or get accountable, even better! I have my tribe at work.

Good luck!

I have PCOS but am I not insulin resistant like some who have it. I have never been on a diet but have always watched what I eat and the exercise is usually just walking.

Hey lady,
im in the same boat the only thing I have done that really works is the GM diet and again it’s not permanent but it’s a good way to drop some pounds. I usually drop between 5-15 then gain back half since I started I have successfully lost 16 pounds that has stayed off since 12/2017.

I have PCOS too and struggling with my weight. I have been able to lose weight in the past, but I struggle sticking with the healthier eating. I do best when I do lower carb, but gosh that is hard to sustain for me. I have been curious about Keto and love the results people get, but again, I don't know how long I could stick to it. I love a lot of foods you can eat on Keto, but eventually the carbs get to me. I think the previous poster is right that you have to commit to a whole lifestyle of eating, exercising, etc.

Girl I have PCOS too. I have tried everything from paleo to keto (keto worked only temporarily and was not something I could sustain). I wasn't able to lose weight until I found this website: https://www.smartfertilitychoices.com/about/

Don't let the name fool you. Women with PCOS do struggle with infertility but a lot of women who start this change in eating are not trying to get pregnant (me being one of them!). I have lost close to 30 lbs and have not done much exercising. I have better periods, less acne, less bloating, and more energy. Her 30 day challenge is completely free with a facebook support group and everything. It really helps you learn about your body and your condition and helps you to be able to manage your symptoms successfully (weight gain being one of the biggest ones!)

I would HIGHLY suggest you check her website out. She has created this site as a resource for women with the condition and all of her principles have worked for me! If you want any more information on it, let me know!